Barracas, Buenos Aires

Name: Barracas
Address: Buenos Aires, Argentina

#247 among attractions in Buenos Aires

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Facts and practical information

Barracas is a barrio, or district, in the southeast part of the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is located between the railroad of Ferrocarril General Manuel Belgrano and the Riachuelo River, and the streets Regimiento de Patricios, Defensa, Caseros, Vélez Sársfield, Amancio Alcorta, Lafayette, and Lavardén. The name Barracas comes from the word barraca, which refers to a temporary construction of houses using rudimentary materials. ()

Alternative names: Area: 2.93 mi²Coordinates: 34°39'0"S, 58°22'60"W

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Comuna 4 (Barracas)Buenos Aires Argentina

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Barracas – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: La Bombonera, Estadio Presidente Juan Domingo Perón, Fundación Proa, Estadio Tomás Adolfo Ducó.

1.4 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
La Bombonera, Buenos Aires
37 min walk • La Bombonera, officially known as Estadio Alberto J. Armando, is an iconic sports venue nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of La Boca in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This storied stadium, with a capacity of approximately 54,000, serves as the hallowed home of the Boca...
1.5 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Presidente Juan Domingo Perón, Buenos Aires
38 min walk • Estadio Presidente Juan Domingo Perón, commonly referred to as "El Cilindro," is a landmark sports venue nestled in the bustling city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. It serves as the home ground for Racing Club, one of the country's most prestigious football teams, and is...
1.4 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Fundación Proa, Buenos Aires
36 min walk • In the heart of La Boca, a vibrant neighborhood in Buenos Aires, stands Fundación Proa, a beacon of contemporary art and culture. This art institute, known for its sleek, modern architecture, serves as a crucial platform for both international and local artists...
0.9 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Tomás Adolfo Ducó, Buenos Aires
23 min walk • The Estadio Tomás Adolfo Ducó, commonly referred to as El Palacio, is a quintessential landmark for football enthusiasts visiting Buenos Aires, Argentina. This iconic stadium is the home ground of Club Atlético Huracán, one of the city's traditional football clubs...
1.5 miNE
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
La Boca, Buenos Aires
37 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, La Boca stands out as a neighborhood steeped in rich history and bursting with cultural flair. Known primarily for its brightly painted houses and the birthplace of the iconic dance, the tango, La Boca is a must-visit locale...
1.4 miNE
Street
Caminito, Buenos Aires
36 min walk • Caminito is a street museum and a traditional alley, located in La Boca, a neighborhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The place acquired cultural significance because it inspired the music for the famous tango "Caminito", composed by Juan de Dios Filiberto.
0.8 miSE
Bridge
New Pueyrredón Bridge, Buenos Aires
20 min walk • The New Pueyrredón Bridge, officially New Prilidiano Pueyrredón Bridge, is a bridge in Buenos Aires, Argentina, that connects President Arturo Frondizi Highway in Barracas neighborhood with Bartolomé Mitre and Hipólito Yrigoyen avenues, both in Avellaneda Partido.
0.7 miSE
Bridge
Pueyrredón Bridge, Buenos Aires
19 min walk • The Pueyrredón Bridge is a bascule bridge in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It connects Vieytes street of Barracas neighborhood with Bartolomé Mitre Avenue in Avellaneda Partido, crossing over Matanza River. The bridge carries vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic between both points.
1.2 miSE
Area
Avellaneda, Buenos Aires
31 min walk • Avellaneda is a port city in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and the seat of the Avellaneda Partido, whose population was 342,677 as per the 2010 census.
0.6 miSE
Bridge
Bosch Bridge, Buenos Aires
16 min walk • The Bosch Bridge is a bascule bridge in Buenos Aires, Argentina, that connects the Algarrobo street in Barracas neighborhood with the Barrio Piñeyro of Avellaneda Partido, crossing over Matanza River.
1.3 miNW
Monuments and statues
Caseros Prison Demolition Project – 16 Tons, Buenos Aires
34 min walk • The Caseros Prison Demolition Project — 80,000 Tons, which contains 16 Tons and Aparecidos, is the work of artist Seth Wulsin. It uses the defunct Caseros Prison of Buenos Aires, Argentina and its demolition as raw materials.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Barracas?

Nearby attractions include Señor Tango, Buenos Aires (12 min walk), Bosch Bridge, Buenos Aires (16 min walk), Pueyrredón Bridge, Buenos Aires (19 min walk), New Pueyrredón Bridge, Buenos Aires (20 min walk).

How to get to Barracas by public transport?

The nearest stations to Barracas:

Bus

San Antonio e Iriarte • Lines: 12 (8 min walk)
San Antonio y Caflifornia • Lines: 100-1G, 95-1 (8 min walk)

Train

Hipólito Yrigoyen (9 min walk)
Darío Santillán y Maximiliano Kosteki (24 min walk)

Metro

Caseros • Lines: H (35 min walk)